Question:
I've been vomiting 2-3 hours after eating. I can't drink, it just sits there?

I'm careful to chew well and am mindful of portions.    — Terry C. (posted on October 27, 2002)

October 27, 2002
How far out are you? It could be a stricture.
   — Cheri M.

October 27, 2002
I was thinking the same thing. Sounds like your stoma is either blocked or has become so small nothing can get through. Go see your doctor in the morning.
   — Jenni K.

October 27, 2002
Hi Terry! I had a similar problem from months 2-6 post-op. But - I was usually vomitting up mucus, not food persay. My doctor had me try Pepcid, then put me on Prilosec which helped tremendously. At about 6 months out it stopped. Didn't seem to matter what I ate, how fast/slow, how chewed up, etc. It was just my body. My stoma was fine, no strictures or anything. Another tip I learned was that if it is food (and not just my body playing tricks) have a cup of hot tea. That would make things better for me too - the food would choose which way to go, so to speak! I hope this helps, email if you need anything further. Definitely talk to your doctor to put your mind at ease and find a solution. =) Sarah
   — Sarah C.

October 27, 2002
Hi, I just went through the same thing. At 3 weeks post-op, it felt like everything sat right in my chest, kind of like reflux. I couldn't keep water or anything down, had an emergency EGD done, and a small pill (for reflux none-the less) was blocking the outlet. While in there, the doc discovered that my stoma exit was very small. WELL, another 3 miserable weeks later, I'm vomiting everytime I eat anything other than liquids, and had another EGD, this time to dialate the stoma exit. An upper GI 4 days later showed that everything was now moving through fine, and FINALLY at (almost) 8 weeks post-op, I can eat something without vomiting!! I would call your doc and see about getting an upper GI right away! Good luck to you and hang in there. There is hope!!
   — Terri Z.